1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 331 kg more than 1948 Austin A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 110. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |
